Currently on View at KAC: Clay? III

Clay? III

Juried by Jamie Walker, Akio Takamori, and Doug Jeck

On view through May 4, 2010

Kirkland Arts Center is proud to present the third installment of its biennial contemporary ceramics exhibition, Clay? III. Juried by artists and UW ceramics professors Doug Jeck, Akio Takamori, and Jamie Walker, Clay? III features selections from an international range of submissions. Despite ever-increasing avenues for artistic expression, this ancient medium continues to thrive. Lured by its history, physicality, and versatility, artists are literally re-shaping our perception of clay’s potential. Referencing tradition while pointing towards the future, Clay? III brings together 17 artists demonstrating the range of possibilities found in the earth-born material.

Congratulations to our winners! (Click on the artist’s name or image of the artwork to read the artist’s statement!)

Brian Molanphy, Best in Show

Brian Molanphy, Cup 1, bone china with glaze, 6 x 8 x 3 inches

Arun Sharma, Second Place

Arun Sharma, (de)Composition, video, size varies.

Devin Farrand, Third Place

Devin Farrand, Untitled (Black), earthenware, rubber, 13 x 16 x 22 inches, courtesy of John Hickman

Check out the exhibition at Kirkland Arts Center’s historic Peter Kirk Building, plan your visit today! Clay? III is on view through May 4, 2010.